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Parkside Psychological Services

Parkside Psychological Services is dedicated to serving people of all ages and needs.

The team of talented providers is committed to understanding the root of client’s concerns and working with them to bring about effective change.

11/24/2025

Recent research has pointed to gratitude's myriad positive health effects, including greater emotional and social well-being, better sleep quality, lower depression risks, and favorable markers of cardiovascular health. Now, new data from the long-term Nurses' Health Study shows that it may extend lives.

Gratitude has the power to boost well-being, improve sleep, lessen depression, and help heart health. Now new data from the long-term Nurses' Health Study shows that it may extend lives. How can yo...

11/21/2025

This is the time of year when our thoughts shift to gratitude.... here's a great primer on how you can incorporate gratitude and get your steps in on the way!

Science shows that practicing gratitude boosts mood, improves sleep and eases stress and anxiety. Here's how to make it a daily habit while walking this month.

11/18/2025

There's no need to duck and cover when your Uncle Harry walks through the door this holiday season. Here are some tips on how you can tactfully handle the over-talker in your life (and maybe get a word in yourself!).

Personal Perspective: Most of us know how it feels to be on the receiving end of someone over-talking. Here are some tactics for taking care of yourself in these situations.

11/12/2025

As we gear up for the holiday season, we know that family gatherings can sometimes be anxiety provoking. It is important to honor your boundaries. Here is some advice you might want to use as you pull up your chair for Thanksgiving dinner.

The holidays can be triggering because being around family can be hard. Here are 5 steps to setting boundaries with family during the holidays.

11/11/2025

Can ChatGPT help when it comes to mental health? According to new research, most info obtained from chatbots is not only incorrect, it could possibly be dangerous.

Can you imagine someone in a mental health crisis—instead of calling a helpline—typing their desperate thoughts into an app window? This is happening more and more often in a world dominated by artificial intelligence. For many young people, a chatbot becomes the first confidant of emotions that...

11/06/2025

This one is for the Swifties.... If it feels like you are as excited for Taylor and Travis as you would be if your best friend just got engaged, you are not alone. And there's a psychological reason for it!

Assistant Psychology Professor Melanie Maimon, Ph.D., whose expertise is in social psychology, explains that the rising prominence of media has increased the prevalence of parasocial relationships, and that social media in particular has exacerbated parasocial bonds’ strength and relevance.

10/02/2025

Can making a charitable donation actually help stave off depression? A new study from China thinks it might help.

Prosocial interventions grounded in social interactions have shown limited effectiveness in alleviating depressive symptoms, possibly because of the discomfort ...

09/30/2025

The numbers are in! More college students are pursuing graduate work in psychology than ever before. Think you might want to join our field? We're excited for a future with greater access to mental health services for all.

Master’s degrees in health service psychology outpace other subfields.

09/24/2025

We all know money can't buy happiness... but some research in the field shows that certain kinds of spending may provide some lasting benefits. Find out more here.

Want to be happier without breaking the bank? Discover why spending on becoming beats buying stuff or chasing experiences every time.

09/16/2025

How many times did you pick up your smartphone today? If you are like most people, you probably reached for it more than 200 times. Here's some advice on how to curb the reliance on your phone.

Odds are you are spending too much time on your smartphone. Here are 6 tips to help you set boundaries with it.

09/11/2025

Feeling burnt out? Your personality traits--even your most positive ones--can be leading to this. But personality isn't fixed. Here is some insight on how you can harness control and beat back burnout.

Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and high-functioning anxiety can fuel success—but also burnout. Learn how to shift traits for achievement that feels lighter and more sustainable

09/08/2025

If your school-aged child is having trouble waking up in time to make it to the bus in the morning, you aren't alone! The transition to a school schedule can be rough. But making sure you and your kids prioritize a healthy sleep schedule can help alleviate a lot morning struggles. Here are some tips.

A few easy steps to get a child's sleep back on track by the time school starts.

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840 S. Waukegan Road, Suite 203
Lake Forest, IL
60045

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http://parksidepsych.com/

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